Narrative: Global 5G Smartphone Installed Base Forecast for 88 Countries to 2030
2 Min Read May 20, 2025
Track the rapid growth of 5G as the global installed base surpasses 2.3B in 2025 and reaches over 3.9B by 2030, with Asia Pacific leading in volume and North America in penetration.
The global 5G smartphone installed base is set to exceed 2.3 billion devices in 2025 and reach over 3.9 billion by 2030, with penetration growing from 47% to 70%. North America will have the highest penetration at 69.8% in 2025, while Asia Pacific will hold the largest volume, surpassing 1.4 billion devices. By 2030, Asia Pacific's installed base will exceed 2.2 billion.